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TGE 318R

1976 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Beige Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

52,050 mi
Last recorded52,050 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 1976 Volkswagen Motor Caravan45,866 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTGE 318R
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1976
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 52,050 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2025 51,254 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 Jun 2024 50,810 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2023 50,621 miles

underside under sealed

Pass 11 Jun 2022 49,893 miles
Pass 15 May 2021 49,541 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 May 2020 49,389 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2019 49,231 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 49,227 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 14 Aug 2014 49,227 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 May 2011 46,035 miles
Fail 20 May 2011 46,035 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Nov 2009 44,156 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2009 44,156 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Suspension has inadequate clearance with the chassis (2.4.A.1a)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Rear Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Offside Rear Suspension has inadequate clearance with the chassis (2.4.A.1a)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Motor Caravan?

Based on 109,687 MOT tests across 8,425 vehicles.

67.5%
Pass Rate
1,075
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
8,425
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,888
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 8,044
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,769
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 4,156
position lamp(s) not working 3,700
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TGE 318R is a 1976 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Beige with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1976 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 45,866 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Motor Caravan fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 8,888 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TGE 318R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Motor Caravan typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 50 years old, this Volkswagen Motor Caravan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TGE 318R registered?

TGE 318R is a 1976 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 26 November 1976.

Is TGE 318R safe to buy?

The MOT history for TGE 318R shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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